NIXON HIGH SCHOOL

NIXON H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the LAREDO ISD school district, located in LAREDO, TX with about 2,188 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 139 teachers, NIXON H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Nixon High School, located on Plum Street in Laredo, Texas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Laredo Independent School District (LISD). As a cornerstone of the local community, the school serves a diverse student body and is well-regarded for its strong emphasis on academic achievement, college readiness, and career technical education. The campus is deeply integrated into the cultural fabric of Laredo, maintaining a long-standing tradition of fostering student growth through a combination of rigorous coursework and active engagement in extracurricular activities.

Beyond its academic offerings, Nixon High School is recognized for its vibrant school spirit, particularly in its competitive athletics programs and various student organizations. The school focuses on preparing its graduates for the challenges of higher education and the workforce by providing a supportive environment that encourages leadership and personal development. By prioritizing both scholastic success and community involvement, Nixon High School remains a vital educational hub dedicated to the long-term advancement of its students in the Laredo region.

For more information, contact NIXON H S at (956) 273-7400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2000 PLUM
LAREDO, TX 78043-1098
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NIXON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in LAREDO, TX with about 2,188 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
LAREDO ISD
Total Students:
2,188
Teachers:
139.91
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,188 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending NIXON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 99% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
99.1%
Asian
0.5%
White
0.4%
Black or African American
0.0%

Female
49.0%
Male
51.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.